JR Grills

I can't get enough of this deli. They have delicious- packed sandwiches. Everything tasted crisp…read moreand fresh. The girls are super nice. This time we ordered The mob and the godfather on sourdough bread. Macaroni salad (buy 1 get 1 free). Took them to the park and devoured them. Parking is hard to find. Paid street parking.

The most incredible sandwiches in San Diego!!!…read more I ordered (and HIGHLY recommend) The San Diegan Psych0 (on Sourdough) and THE HANGOVER (as a wrap). And while you're there, order a Big Chocolate Chip Cookie - You deserve a sweet treat, you've earned it! I really need to give The Hangover a bit more love. It was seriously stuffed, with Smoked Turkey, Black Forrest Ham, Bacon, and more!!! I will be having beautiful dreams about this sandwich/wrap. Thanks to Gina & Mr. Charlie for the most delicious sandwich I've ever had in San Diego. I can't wait to come back and enjoy more off the menu. Food - 1000/10 Customer Service - 1000/10

2.2 mi•Middletown, Mission Hills

Owner making our sandwiches and chatting with us

San Diegan Psycho

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San Diegan Psycho on a hoagie roll

Rubicon Deli Mission Hills

4.4(1.5k reviews)

I'd give them 6 stars if I could. Best sandwich I've had in San Diego!…read more I work at a venue right down the street & we cater here for events all the time. All of my co workers rave about this place. It's INSANELY good! Cute little spot with some outdoor seating. Would highly recommend this place if anyone asked for a good sandwich around here.

Street metered parking only. The parking lot is for el Indio customers only…read more They have seating next door and some outside bench style seating. Enter on the right side to order at the register. They call your name on the left when ready. Unless you want leftovers I would recommend to get a half sandwich. Their sandwiches are massive. They come with a cute little cookie. The bread tastes better toasted. Tried: Super Mario $19.69 - good but wasn't a fan of the blue cheese bread. Giddy up $19.99 - also good but didn't like the whole wheat bread. They charge 15 cents per sandwich for pickles. I'd be back to try other sandwiches.

Place is bomb af!!

(Lunch Box) The Stallion

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Fatboy's Deli & Spirits

4.5(920 reviews)

3.5 mi•North Park

Coming back to send my love to my favorite sub place…read more I've sadly moved to a different part of town so Fatboy's is no longer a few blocks away. I still try to stop by every few months as this place holds a special place in my heart. A no frills spot. Solid and consistent. To the point but friendly customer service. Fantastic drink, chip and snack selection. Sandwiches are always bomb asf. The hot momma and BLT loaded up is my favorite. My husband still loves their Ruben (it is his favorite place to get it.) You get a small potato or macaroni salad on the side with a pickle (perfect crunch.) I personally think it's a great little add on. Their chili is also simple but delicious. I personally think their chili pairs perfectly with any of their sandwiches. It's not a heavy thick chili. Which is why I think it pairs so well. I won't lie it's a bit pricey but you get what you pay for. It's loaded up and good quality. I never feel gross or overly bloated after eating here. I will be coming back to Fatboy's until I move out of San Diego or die. lol. One of my favorite gems in SD. Always will be worth the drive or walk. Thank you for always delivering even years later.

I really like the sandwiches here, and that I can get craft soda and Cravory cookies while I'm…read morethere. I also like that the sandwiches come with a macaroni salad or potato salad. I used to frequent Fatboy's because it was close and convenient for a long time, but I am rarely able to visit anymore... parking is a bigger challenge every day in North Park, and finding even a 15-minute spot takes way longer than the drive for me now (but the walk is too far to pick up a quick meal). Today I was down the street for something else so decided to order a sandwich. I was excited, then my jaw dropped when I saw the price increases. It's $18 for the North Park Club now, with no extras. I already had a hard time justifying $15 for a sandwich but I'm officially, 100% priced out now. I know it's not necessarily on the business owners; rent is exorbitant in NP, profit margins are small in the food service industry, and operating costs are high. Our city is eating itself alive, but thank you for the years of sandwiches!

Tons of beverage/soda/beer options

Good meat, but nit a lot of it

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Outside.

DZ Akin's

3.6(2.2k reviews)

8.3 mi

My family & I have ordered both in-house & take-out from D.Z. Akins ever since it opened in 1980…read more Although we found it best during the time the owner & founder would always walk through & greet customers, we continue to cater this restaurant, although not the same as when he was personally involved. However, the menu remains good but the prices have gone up considerably, & the plates smaller. We especially miss those breakfasts of old, including the low price! We still rate D.Z. Akins highly, but do miss its old ways, & in various ways! A thought for consideration: Be sure to wisely consider the traits of the food handlers seriously prior to hiring... ~ From P.A.L.

DZ AKINS! I highly recommend!!!…read moreThe very best deli in San Diego Diego. Food: A+ Service: A+ Value: A+

Crowded!

Matzo ball soup

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Swiss Patty Melt add mushrooms, Homefries add fried egg and jalapeño

Beyer Deli

4.8(898 reviews)

11.4 mi

Finally had the chance to try this place. A cousin of mine grew up in the area and has always told…read moreme to come but I just now had the chance. I had the New Yorker and when I asked I didn't know what brea to pick so I was recommended sourdough with provolone cheese. I devoured the sandwich it was so good. Everyone here is so nice with service and the customer in mind. You can tell they remember the returning customers when someone comes in to pick up an order and they mention, "you remember" pertaining to a specific way they like an order. Heads up, it's cash only

Hands-down, best deli in San Diego! Family owned, and the owners are there all the time greeting…read moreevery customer and making sure everyone is happy. I think they knew the name of every customer that was in there, and the place was packed. It's located in the back of a office park, parking is a little tight, but I didn't have trouble finding a spot. It's cash only business so bring those dollars. Every sandwich there was made to order, looked amazing, tasted delicious and was reasonably priced. They had plenty of seating inside and some chairs outside. It was a really relaxed atmosphere and really felt like everyone knew each other. If I worked or lived closer, I would be here every day.

Fresh flowers on tables at Beyer Deli!

Fernando Special Quesadilla

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Indoor seating

The Marketplace

4.6(774 reviews)

1.6 mi•Banker's Hill

Love The Marketplace…read more Pick a sandwich. Any one. They're all good. If you're a Reuben lover, you have to try one. Beyond delish! A variety of soups available, on a rotating schedule. They do sell out of some, though, so if you want some of the soup, you need to get here before dinner. Lunch availability for soups is generally best mid-morning to mid-day. Try the clam chowder. Yum with a capital Y-U-M. Chicken noodle is also excellent. Great beer selection in their refrigerated case. Look carefully, as you may miss something you really would like to try. Many local craft breweries available, but if you want the national brands, they have those too. Excellent service from the kitchen staff and the checkout staff. Be aware, though, this place does get really crowded at lunchtime, so you'll most likely have to wait in line to check out. Order your sandwich, go to pay and your sandwich will be ready before you know it. Chow down!

OMG... we just found THE pizza. We got the veggie pizza…read morewith added pepperoni from the Marketplace in Bakers Hill, and I swear, we were like two idiots sitting there raving about it. It was THAT good. The crust was perfectly crispy, the toppings were the perfect amount, and they were spread out so every bite had the right combination. And the flavor?! Oh my God. But here's what really got me: there was absolutely NO greasy, gooey mess. Nothing soggy, nothing weighed down with cheese or oil. That's what kept the crust so perfectly crisp all the way through. It was just really, really well-made pizza. And an 18-inch pizza was only $27, with HUGE slices. Seriously, what a deal. Ordering online was super easy, and it was ready in less than 30 minutes. We picked it up and basically couldn't stop talking about how good it was. Hands down, the best pizza we've had in this area. This one is going into the rotation. And at $27 for an 18-inch? I'm already thinking about when we're getting the next one.

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Happy Holidays from me to you.

Hub Market & Deli

4.6(456 reviews)

0.6 mi•Gaslamp

Mission Beach staple and they got parking in the front!…read more Food: 5/5 top notch deli sandwich, if it's bad it's because you ordered poorly. Generous meat portions and everything is fresh Service: 5/5 the ladies at the counter are quick and checkout is a breeze. No notes Ambiance: 4/5 it's a convenience store, so it's busy and small but you can get just about anything you'd want to eat a long side your sandwich and the whole place is new and clean albeit a little cluttered.

Great local spot. Quick to provide service and the sandwiches were good. Definitely worth the stop.read more

5.1 mi•Ocean Beach, Point Loma

Inside order counter

Turkey avocado and bacon sandwich with cheese sub lettuce for sprouts on sourdough

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The Olive Tree Marketplace

4.5(390 reviews)

Needed a couple of items that we forgot to bring, so we scouted out Olive Tree Marketplace. They…read morehad everything we needed and a lot more. Really, it was a mini supermarket, with a meat counter, deli area, dry goods, drinks and liquor. The manager helped me find everything and directed me to various options. His personality was so friendly, I'll bookmark the OTM for future visits.

The Manhattan is definitely the showstopper the reviews below don't lie. League leading meat to…read moresandwich ratio, perfect onion roll, simple but surprisingly impeccable fixins. Is it just me, or there something magical to the mayo lettuce tomato combo that hits different against a pastrami? My only note was that the meats were just slightly salty, but with the mix of the rest it didn't break the sandwich too much. Also had the torpedo which I'd say was slimmer than I'd want. Often the challenge downside with a torpedo, so I take that one on me (but really Mrs Flask). True 4.5 but can't give the full 5 given the couple point reductions. Otherwise great spot in OB for which and the market has all sorts of good stuff too.

Quick grab and go section

Old Smokie Sandwich Whole

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Big Front Door

4.4(921 reviews)

3.1 mi

Great place! I got the tuna melt and it was fresh. Beware places that only use tuna/mayo spackle…read more But this is not that kind of place! I can tell by the red onion it had chopped and mixed into the tuna. That doesn't store long so I can tell the tuna has a fast turnover rate. Their sesame noodles are fantastic too! A must try. The other person got the wasabi roast beef sandwich which they loved as well. Both sandwiches had the right balance of bread/fillings. Stoked I found a new sandwich spot. Service was friendly and prompt.

This was a very average sandwich. Big Front door had a interesting menu and the sandwiches seemed…read morelike it was very fun. After eating here the creativity is better than the execution. Sonoran chicken sandwich was good but it felt like it needed some more punch or spice. The staff were very friendly helpful and nice.

Ordering area

Buffalo Chicken Sandwich

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Checkout area

Siesel's Old Fashioned Meats

4.2(509 reviews)

5.2 mi•Bay Park

•$$$

This is a bad ass place. Everything looks amazing, and the sandwiches , well just have a look. This…read moreis the 25 as they call it . Leo was cool! I pretty mich told him just make it your way!

Siesel's Meats is the original location if you love going to Iowa Farms in Mission Valley. These…read moretwo locations will be our go to for getting high quality butchered meats. We typically go to Iowa Farms since it's close to us and we're familiar with the location. We love getting the potato salad and bbq baked beans (prepackaged) sides there when we stop in, but if you're not early on the weekend, they usually run out. So we decided since we'd be in the Bay Park area, we'll check out the original location, Siesel's. Glad we did! I wanted to make a slow cooker brisket one weekend, so it was perfect. Siesel's is a bit larger than Iowa Farms and feels a bit more open. Same great cow awaiting outside the store. But they have a whole deli counter with all the sides plus more! They didn't have any ready made prepackaged bbq baked beans, it was better, made fresh daily and we were able to get as much as we wanted at the deli counter. They also have several different Siesel's signature potato salads and pasta salads that aren't offered prepackaged at Iowa farms, which I absolutely love! My favs are the Asiago pasta and deviled egg potato salad. We also decided to try their Tri-tip sandwich made to order at the deli and it was delicious! Fluffy bun piled high with Tri-tip covered in bbq sauce and have the option to add cheese and anything else. Love it! Staff is always very helpful. Parking lot can get full on the weekends, and they can run out of the pre-prepared meats in the front counter, but make sure to ask if there's any more in the back or they may be able to prepare some for you! We'll definitely be back! Until next time! :) Simply the best! Series: 17 2026: 34

If ever the phrase "A little slice of heaven" were appropriate, this is it.

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Phillip B.

344

10 years ago

As far as the store itself goes and the employees inside, I would give it 5 stars. However, as of recently the deli has fallen off and I still can't get past some of the insane pricing for products on the shelves. I hope this encourages the deli to get back to normal as it was one of the best downtown several months ago. The sandwiches were always great and the sides along with them. The potato salad this time around was horrible. I'd suggest trying what you make before providing it to your patrons. And bring back the lunchbox deal! read more

Maryam F.

3 years ago

Best deli I've eaten in so long. I love their turkey jack Avocado and carne asada burrito. Great prices for a mom and pop store in down town San Diego. The older gentleman behind the cash register makes me laugh ever time I'm there. Love it I would recommend. 10/10 read more

Crystal P.

328

7 years ago

One of my favorite stops on my way to work!!! They are always stocked up on everything from your favorite wine to snacks to an amazing deli serving up hot plates salads and sandwiches! Super friendly staff make sure to go in and say hi !!!! read more

Margarita J.

8 years ago

Amazing place nice people and they have literally everything. They have been doing remodeling lately and it's so much more open and bright.

Brandon J.

3 years ago

I NEVER leave reviews but the cook is a dickhead. Sh**** attitude. Food had hair in it as well.

Alix A.

4 years ago

this place is amazing! love the food love the people.

Stevo E.

16 years ago

Very good sandwiches.

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